Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing Swedish striker Alexander Isak from fellow Premier League club Newcastle United.
A report from Football Transfers has claimed that Chelsea are looking to sign Alexander Isak. However, a move in January seems unlikely, and it would be fair to assume that any move might have to wait until the summer transfer window.
The Rise of Alexander Isak
The Swedish international has established himself as a reliable performer for Newcastle since joining the club in a €70 million deal, and he could certainly prove to be a quality addition to the Chelsea attack. It is no secret that Chelsea need to bring in attacking reinforcements, and they should look to sign a reliable goalscorer. Recent reports have linked them with Vangelis Pavlidis.
Chelsea signed Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal in the summer transfer window. But he has not been able to live up to the expectations. They will need to bring in an upgrade, and Isak would certainly improve Chelsea going forward. The Swedish international is more than just a goalscorer, and he will add drive, flair and pace to the Chelsea attack.
Will Newcastle United Sell Alexander Isak?
Recently, there have been rumours that Newcastle could look to cash in on Isak to balance the books. They will have to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, and if they miss out on Champions League qualification, they could look to sell key players like Isak and Bruno Guimaraes.
They have spent a substantial amount of money since the takeover and need to balance their spending now. Isak is well settled in the Premier League, and he could make an immediate impact at Chelsea.
The opportunity to move to Stamford Bridge is likely to be an attractive option for the player. It would be a step up in his career, and he will want to compete for major trophies with the move to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea are one of the biggest clubs in the country, and they have a proven track record of winning trophies on a consistent basis.
Newcastle are likely to demand a premium for the forward La Liga striker, and it remains to be seen whether Chelsea are prepared to pay up. Newcastle United will likely demand more than the €70 million they paid if they decide to entertain offers for him.
The Blues have been very active in the transfer market under their new owners, and they have spent substantial amounts of money on new signings. They have the financial means to pay a premium for Isak as well, and it remains to be seen whether the two clubs can get a deal done.
